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Assistant United States Attorney (Appellate Division)
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
- Department: Department of Justice
- Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Salary: $79350 – $197100/yr
- Hiring Path: Public
- Number of Openings: 2
- Security Clearance: Other
- Date Posted: 2026-09-02
- Application Deadline: 2026-09-30
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Job Summary
This position is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
Key Responsibilities
The United States Attorney's Office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is seeking an Assistant U.S. Attorney for its Appellate Division. The Appellate Division is responsible for representing the United States and its agencies in criminal and civil appeals before the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Although the principal responsibilities of an Appellate Division Assistant U.S.
Attorney involve researching, briefing, and arguing federal appeals, the attorney selected for this position will also provide support for district court proceedings, such as legal advice, expertise, and researching and writing of court filings.
The Appellate Division also provides training to other members of the Office on emergent trial and appellate issues, assists trial AUSAs with complex issues that may arise, and assists with responding to civil immigration habeas petitions. The District's appellate caseload is heavy; Assistant U.S. Attorneys will be responsible for handling a varied caseload at any given time.
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Residency Requirements: Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.
Requirements & Education
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree
Contact
Marisa.Bailey@usdoj.gov · 412-894-7497
Frequently Asked Questions
Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $79350 – $197100/yr.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Other security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-09-30.
How many openings are available?
There are 2 openings for this position.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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